PLC Level 2 Training

This intermediate-level course builds upon the fundamental concepts learned in Level 1. It is designed to equip students with the skills to program more complex automation systems using advanced instructions, structured programming, and communication protocols.

Our PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) courses cover everything from the fundamentals to advanced programming, ensuring learners gain practical, job-ready expertise. With hands-on training, real-world projects, and expert instructors, we prepare our students to excel in automation, manufacturing, and industrial control systems.

At EITS Academy, we believe education should have no boundaries. That’s why, in addition to our on-campus classes in Lahore, we offer comprehensive online training programs accessible to learners across the globe. Whether you are in Pakistan or anywhere in the world, you can benefit from our industry-relevant curriculum and personalized learning approach.

Our commitment to quality training, affordable fees, and career-focused learning has made us a trusted choice for engineers, technicians, and aspiring automation professionals. Join EITS Academy today and take the next step towards mastering PLC programming and advancing your career in engineering and IT.

Module 1: Advanced PLC Programming

Data Handling & Memory Management

  • Working with different data types (Integers, Real, Strings).
  • Understanding and using Data Blocks (DBs) and user-defined data types.
  • Instructions for data manipulation (MOVE, COPY, SWAP).

Structured Programming

  • The benefits of structured programming for large projects.
  • Creating and using Functions (FCs) and Function Blocks (FBs).
  • Implementing subroutines and conditional program execution.

Analog I/O & Scaling

  • Understanding analog signals (4-20mA, 0-10V).
  • Connecting and configuring analog input and output modules.
  • Scaling raw analog data to engineering units (e.g., converting a 0-27648 value to 0-100 degrees Celsius).

Module 2: Communication & Networking

Introduction to Industrial Protocols

  • An overview of common communication protocols.
  • Introduction to Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP.

PLC-to-PLC Communication

  • Configuring a network connection between two PLCs.
  • Reading and writing data between PLCs.

PLC & HMI Communication

  • Detailed configuration of communication drivers between the PLC and HMI.
  • Detailed configuration of communication drivers between the PLC and HMI.
  • Troubleshooting communication errors.

Module 3: Advanced HMI Development

Advanced HMI Functions

  • Implementing Recipe Management for product variations.
  • Setting up multi-level User Security and Login systems.
  • Using advanced scripting and macros for custom functions and logic.
  • Creating effective pop-up windows for warnings, controls, and information.

HMI Data & Visualization

  • Configuring complex alarm logging with timestamps and user acknowledgements.
  • Exporting data logs to USB drives or network locations.

Introduction to Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

  • What a VFD is and its purpose in motor control.
  • Key parameters and basic VFD programming.

VFD Control via PLC

  • Connecting the VFD to the PLC via digital I/O and communication protocols.
  • Writing PLC code to control a motor’s speed and direction using a VFD.

VFD Integration with HMI

Designing HMI screens to display and control VFD parameters (e.g., speed, frequency, current).

Integrated Practical Projects

  • Students will work on a comprehensive project combining all Level 2 concepts.
  • Example project: A multi-motor control system with a VFD, HMI recipe management, and data logging.

Advanced Troubleshooting

  • Systematic troubleshooting techniques for communication issues and complex program logic.
  • Using advanced diagnostic tools in the software.